Prairie
ROCKS! updateThe High School Prairie Faith Formation Program owes a big thank you
to Ryan Uhlenkott for visiting with our class on Monday, January 31, 2011.
We thoroughly enjoyed Ryan’s story, his enthusiasm and his encouragement
for us to “go all out” in every aspect of our lives. He also
expressed to the students that prayer should be a “comfort zone” for us
all---a safe place that we can always tap into.
As a follow up to Ryan’s talk, the class discussed the concept of the
domestic church. The family is the first school of life for all people.
The Christian home is a community of grace and prayer, a school of human
virtue and Christian charity where the courses are not taught directly,
rather they are taught by example. This also provides a great lead
in to discuss the sacrament of marriage with the students.
As of yet, there is no speaker confirmed for Monday, February 7.
Would you like to share your story with our class? Call Leah Prigge
208-962-2357. We look forward to listening to Doug Lustig on February
14.
Youth
Ministry activities for FebruaryDear Youth in Christ,
The month of February brings with it a stirring in the souls as a longing
for newness begins to surface. Many activities take place during this time
of year, which invite us into this newness through fellowship and community.
The abundance of life offered by Christ, reflects the opportunities before
us and challenges us to embrace the stirring within us. So join us this
month as we gather in Christ’s abundance and rejoice in all that God so
graciously provides!
We will not have youth group on Wed. Feb. 2nd due to the District games.
On Friday, Feb. 4th the youth are invited to St. Mary’s at 10 p.m.
for an hour of prayer. This is a great opportunity to slow down and thank
God for the blessings you’ve received over the past month. It is so easy
to ponder on the bad things in our life, this occasion will give you time
to be still and see the goodness of God that surrounds you daily.
On Feb. 5th a group of 11 Jr. High youth and 4 adults will gather to
begin our journey to Coeur d’Alene for the Jr. High Rally. The focus of
the weekend is based on Ecclesiastes 4:12. The theme “You are not alone”
will be delivered through prayer, song, talks, skits and faith-filled activities.
Please pray for us as we come together with other young people throughout
the state.
On Feb. 6th the Mission team heading to Tijuana in 2012 will deliver
chili and cinnamon rolls during the Super Bowl You can order up to Saturday,
Feb. 5th. Call Debbie at 962-3214 or Abbie at 507-0964. (1 gallon of chili
and 2 dozen rolls is $25.00. One half gallon and 1 dozen is $15.00, and
1 quart and 6 rolls is $8.00. We will also need the time you want it delivered,
your address and phone number.) Thank you for your support and enjoy the
Super Bowl!
No youth group during the week of Feb. 7th-11th due to district playoff
games. We wish you all the best as you play and use the talents God has
given you.
On Feb. 13th the Knights of Columbus will be hosting a breakfast from
7 a.m. to 10 a.m. at the KC hall. The proceeds from the breakfast will
go toward sponsoring high school youth who will be attending the Idaho
Catholic Youth Convention at the end of the month. Your support for this
breakfast would be greatly appreciated and welcome. The youth would also
like to thank the Knights for their generosity in making this happen. Your
contributions will help us greatly.
The Confirmation class will meet at the H.S. Peace Building at 7 p.m.
on Feb. 16th. We will continue our study on the Church and explore the
4 marks of the church, “One, Holy, Catholic and Apostolic.” Please bring
your journals, folders and assignments.
On Feb. 23rd the H.S. group heading to the Idaho Catholic Youth Convention
will meet at the OMG at 7 p.m. to discuss details and plans for the trip.
During the weekend of Feb. 25-27 there will be 16 youth and 6 adults heading
to Boise for the Idaho Catholic Youth Convention. The theme, “Made for
Greatness” will challenge the youth to live past mediocrity to a place
where an authentic relationship with Christ can occur. This challenge will
happen through prayer, laughter, conversations, skits, worship, song and
a gathered community of 1000 youth. Parents, please pray for us as we encounter
this weekend of growing in greatness and thank you for your love and support.
We wouldn’t be able to attend this event without your continued love and
generosity.
As you can see, this month holds opportunities for newness through
finding greatness within our daily lives, We are not alone; there is a
God who walks with us, thus we have a reason to rejoice and remain satisfied
as the stirrings within are satisfied and the hungers me.
Have a blessed February and remember always that you are loved!
Please not there is no REACH or Theology of the Body this month.
In the peace of Christ,
Debbie Chicane
Tri-Parish Youth Minister